Definition of Scansion

1. Noun. Analysis of verse into metrical patterns.

Generic synonyms: Beat, Cadence, Measure, Meter, Metre
Derivative terms: Scan

Definition of Scansion

1. n. The act of scanning; distinguishing the metrical feet of a verse by emphasis, pauses, or otherwise.

Definition of Scansion

1. the analysis of verse into metrical feet and rhythm patterns [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Scansion

scanner
scanners
scanning
scanning
scannings
scanning electron microscope
scanning electron microscopy
scanning equalization radiography
Scanning Probe Microscopy
scanning speech
scanning transmission electron microscopy
scanning tunnelling microscopy
scanogram
scans
scans
scansion (current term)
scansions
scansores
scansorial
scant
scant
scant(p)
scanted
scanter
scantest
scantier
scanties
scantiest
scantily
scantily clad

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